Mauritius
Maurice
Mauritius is multilingual — English is official, French is everywhere, and locals chat in Mauritian Creole — so travelers get by entirely in English or French. Uber now operates but only with licensed PSV taxis, so it's patchy; most visitors pre-book hotel transfers or use metered taxis where you agree the fare upfront. Cards are widely accepted at hotels, malls, and restaurants, but keep rupees in cash for street food, markets, and buses.
Power & Plug
UK-style Type G is most common (British colonial legacy); bring a G adapter and you're covered, though some older sockets take Type C.
Tipping
Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory; rounding up or 5–10% at restaurants is generous. Many hotels add a service charge, so check the bill before adding more.
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What to know before you go
✓ Do
- A friendly 'Bonzour' (Creole) or 'Bonjour' goes a long way; French and English are both fine.
- Dress modestly when visiting Hindu temples, mosques, or churches — cover shoulders and knees.
- Remove shoes before entering temples and homes.
- Ask before photographing people, especially at religious sites and during festivals.
- Mauritius is multi-faith — be respectful around Hindu, Muslim, Creole, and Tamil customs alike.
- Greet shopkeepers and drivers before launching into a request; politeness is expected.
✕Don't
- Don't drink alcohol or eat openly in public near mosques during Ramadan.
- Don't wear beachwear away from the beach, in towns, or at religious sites.
- Don't touch or point your feet at religious offerings or statues in temples.
- Don't take coral, shells, or sand from protected beaches and marine parks — it's illegal.
⚠️ Common scams to know
- Taxi drivers quoting flat 'tourist' fares far above the meter — agree the price before you set off.
- Unofficial 'guides' at beaches and the botanical gardens attaching themselves and demanding payment.
- Pushy timeshare/vacation-club pitches near resorts offering 'free' gifts.
- Overpriced shop detours where drivers earn commission for taking you to spice or model-ship 'factories'.